1、which of the following is the premise of success in job interviews? （单选） a、speaking abilities. b、presentation skills. c、audience centeredness awareness. d、critical thinking abilities.
2、in may of 2019, liu xin was interviewed by cnn business show host, trish, on the live tv program on china-us trade war.
1.2 the definition of public speaking随堂测验
1、what is the essence of public speaking? （单选） a、showing b、showing off c、sharing d、boasting
2、there is no difference between public speaking and daily conversation.
1.3 communication process of public speaking随堂测验
1、which of the following is not among the seven elements in the communication process of public speaking. (单选） a、speaker b、listener c、noise d、weather
1.4 good speakers are good listeners随堂测验
1、the traditional chinese character“聽” means we listen with our ears, eyes and heart.
2、you don’t have to listen to the speeches by your classmates, because you cannot learn anything from them.
1.5 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、the topic of he jiang’s speech was given by harvard university.
2、you must speak like a native speaker of english when you make an english speech.
test 1
1、what is the difference between public speaking and daily conversation? a、public speaking is more intentional and better planned. b、public speaking requires more formal language. c、public speaking requires a different method of delivery. d、public speakers think and speak logically. e、public speakers adapt messages to the audience. f、public speakers adapt to listener feedback.
2、according to several recent studies, good speaking and presentation skills are the most important skills employers seek in college graduates.
3、to be an effective public speaker, you need to take account of your listeners’ perception of the message.
4、an audience of effective listeners can boost a speaker’s self-esteem and make speaking an enjoyable experience.
5、liu xin became a national hero after being interviewed by fox business show host, trish, on the live tv program on china-us trade war.
6、he jiang was selected as a student speaker because he has beautiful spoken english and charming delivery.
7、the essence of public speaking is showing off.
8、audience centeredness awareness is the premise of success in job interviews.
1、suppose you are going to make shen teng’s comedy routine, you memorize it word for word, then you will get the same response as he does.
2、in fltrp cup english speaking contest and the 21st century cup, contestants use the method of manuscript reading to make their prepared speeches.
3、most audiences prefer delivery that combines a certain degree of formality with the best attributes of good conversation----directness, spontaneity, animation, vocal and facial expressiveness, and a lively sense of communication.”
3.2 using your voice properly随堂测验
1、your voice always sounds louder to you than to your listeners.
2、if you have any doubts about any particular words, check its audio pronunciation in an online dictionary.
3、the average speech rate of english speech contestants is around 180-200 words per minute.
3.3 using your eye contact effectively随堂测验
1、without eye contact with audience, no matter how appealing your voice is, how dramatic your gestures and body movements are, you may look like performing recitation.
2、when you address a small group of audience, you can usually look briefly from one person to another.
3、the greatest difference between public speaking and recitation is that the former is a one-way communication, whereas the latter is a two-way communication.
3.4 using your body language appropriately随堂测验
1、the more hand gestures, the better in speech delivery.
2、whatever gestures you make should not distract from your message.
3、when you want to emphasize an idea, you can use your hand to slash （削）.
4、when you want to reject an idea, you can use your hand to chop (砍).
5、when you ask a question in your speech and want to get replies from your audience, you can do the gesture of asking for money.
6、when you refer to yourself in your speech, you can gently pose your palm against your head.
3.5 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、in the speech, she shared some stories between her students and her.
2、the speaker's gestures distract the audience’s attention so that they can't reinforce the message she conveys.
test 3
1、suppose you are going to give li dan(李诞)’s talk show, you memorize it word for word, then you will achieve the same effect as he does.
2、speech delivery is an art, not a science. what works for others may not work for you.
3、in english public speaking class, you are encouraged to read your manuscript from beginning to end, because reading is usually a good way to deliver a speech.
4、a golden voice is an asset for any public speaker, so every public speaker should have a golden voice.
5、your voice always sounds louder to you than to your listeners.
6、if you have any doubts about any particular words, check its audio pronunciation in an online dictionary.
7、when you want to emphasize an idea, you can use your hand to slash (削).
8、for a 3-minute prepared speech, you are supposed to write about 500-600 words.
9、eye contact with your audience opens communication, makes you more believable, and keeps your audience interested.
10、you can look at the area between your listeners’ two eyes if they sit quite close to you and look at their nose or hair if they sit far away from you.
11、the more hand gestures, the better in speech delivery.
12、if there is podium in front of you, you should rest your hands on the podium.
chapter two: 战胜怯场心理 overcoming stage fright
2.1 something you don’t know about stage fright随堂测验
1、some people never experience any nervousness about speaking in some situations.
2、stage fright is abnormal physical reaction.
3、your audience can always notice your body’s distress.
2.2 how to overcome stage fright随堂测验
1、stage fright is what happens when you focus on yourself and your anxiety, rather than your presentation or performance.
2、the most highly valued golden rule of practicing a speech is silently reading it.
3、never waste time visualizing yourself giving a perfect presentation and speaking in public – filled with humor, warmth, confidence and intelligence.
4、if your microphone stops working, shout loudly and ask people to fix it before you continue your speech.
2.3 preparing your speech随堂测验
1、consider your motives. a good speech answers a need that the audience has.
2、the choice to use visual aids will depend on the habit of the speaker.
3、while practicing your speech, practice it alone.
2.4 finding your own speaking style随堂测验
1、bring your own qualities into your talk or performance.
2、don’t allow the quirky aspects of your personality to be a part of your speaking or performing style.
3、if you are an extrovert, let yourself speak slowly and deliberately and thoughtfully.
test 2
1、some people never experience any nervousness about speaking in some situations.
2、stage fright is abnormal physical reaction.
3、stage fright, as an internal sense, is invisible.
4、your audience can always notice your body’s distress.
5、stage fright is what happens when you focus on yourself and your anxiety, rather than your presentation or performance.
6、the most highly valued golden rule of practicing a speech is silently reading it.
7、when you feel nervous, tell your audience and apologize.
8、bring your own qualities into your talk or performance.
chapter four: 分析听众及选题 analyzing audience and choosing topic
4.1 audience-centeredness随堂测验
1、what can be served as a means of judging a speech? a、speaker’s dressing b、the venue’s facility c、the size of the audience d、listeners’ response
4.2 choosing topic随堂测验
1、what can you choose as your speech subject? a、subjects you know a lot about. b、subjects audience like. c、subjects you randomly pick. d、subjects you want to know more about.
2、how can you narrow down your choices? a、choose the topic you are passionate about. b、ask your friends to help you. c、choose a topic valuable to your audience. d、choose a topic you are most familiar with.
4.3 determining purpose随堂测验
1、what is the problem in the statement “to persuade my audience that something should be done about unsafe car hailing service.” a、the specific purpose is too long. b、the specific purpose is hard to understand. c、the specific purpose is too vague and general. d、the specific purpose is broken.
2、to inform means that you act like a teacher or lecturer.
3、when you are making your specific purpose, write the purpose statement as a fragment.
4.4 phrasing central idea随堂测验
1、central idea is different from thesis statement, subject sentence, and major thought.
2、central idea refers to a simple, declarative sentence that refines and sharpens the specific purpose statement.
3、going dutch in a blind date is a good idea is a proper central idea expression.
4.5 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、by saying “nong hao” as a greeting, obama created a close and sincere bond between him and chinese audience.
2、the specific purpose of the speech is to persuade that chinese people should cooperate with the u.s.
test 4
1、to be audience-centered means: a、to search for what audience like. b、to ask audience to revise your speech draft. c、to keep the audience foremost in mind at every step of speech preparation and presentation. d、to ask audience to choose speech topic for you.
2、which one is not the of factor of demographic audience analysis? a、gender b、fortune c、cultural background d、religion
3、in obama’s speech in fudan university, how did he make his audience centered at the beginning? a、by using visual aids. b、by complimenting china. c、by saying “nong hao” in shanghai dialect. d、by sending small gifts to the audience.
4、what can be served as a means of judging a speech? a、speaker’s dressing b、the venue’s facility c、the size of the audience d、listeners’ response
5、what is the problem in the statement “to persuade my audience that something should be done about unsafe car hailing service.” a、the specific purpose is too long b、the specific purpose is hard to understand. c、the specific purpose is too vague and general. d、the specific purpose is broken.
6、choosing a topic is the final step in speechmaking.
7、the speech spider’s bite is a perfect example of drawing from personal experience and make it a topic and develop into a speech.
8、with the specific purpose to persuade, you act as a teacher or lecturer.
9、to inform means that you act like a teacher or lecturer.
10、to persuade means that you act like an advocator or partisan.
chapter five: 布局谋篇 organizing the body of the speech
5.1 organizing main points随堂测验
1、what speech organizational order did leonardo dicaprio use when he delivered the speech at 2014 un climate summit? a、topical order b、chronological order c、causal order d、problem-solution order
5.2 supporting with example随堂测验
1、what example does not belong to the three types of examples in speechmaking? a、brief example b、extended example c、hypothetical example d、concrete example
5.3 supporting with statistics随堂测验
1、you should not round off complicated statistics.
2、you don’t need to tell your audience where you got your specific statistics.
5.4 supporting with testimony随堂测验
1、expert testimony is testimony given by a person who is considered an expert by virtue of education, training, certification, skills, and experience in a particular matter.
2、a person who provides peer testimony might not have expertise in a particular area, but he or she likely has personal experience with the issue at hand.
5.5 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、the specific purpose is to persuade the audience that china is at the forefront of cultural exchanges, technological innovation and global economic cooperation.
2、the speaker talks about four main points in his speech.
test 5
1、an extended example is an example that concisely clarifies the point that you are making.
2、you don’t need to tell your audience where you got your specific statistics.
3、use reputable sources for the statistics you present in your speech.
4、a hypothetical example describes an imaginary situation.
5、be sure to thoroughly explain what the numbers mean, and translate numbers into concrete ideas for more impact.
6、consider using visual tools such as tables, graphs, and maps to make statistics more understandable for your audience.
7、expert testimony is testimony given by a person who is considered an expert by virtue of education, training, certification, skills, and experience in a particular matter.
8、a person who provides peer testimony might not have expertise in a particular area, but he or she likely has personal experience with the issue at hand.
9、testimony can not be presented by paraphrasing.
10、you don’t need to quote or paraphrase the testimony accurately.
chapter six: 豹头凤尾 beginning and ending your speech
6.1 why beginning is important随堂测验
1、in the video, us president barack obama said nonghao(侬好) in his town hall speech made in shanghai during his visit to china in 2009. why did he say nonghao(侬好) in shanghai dialect instead of hello in english? a、because he wanted to show off his chinese. b、because he wanted to entertain the audience. c、because he liked speaking chinese. d、because he wanted to establish a good relationship with the audience.
2、the introduction should establish the speaker’s credibility.
6.2 how to have good beginning随堂测验
1、when you prepare a speech, what usually works best is to work on the beginning part and then complete the body of the speech.
2、when you feel nervous, you can just be honest and tell the audience “i’m sorry to be too nervous”.
6.3 how to have good ending随堂测验
1、having a good ending is not as important as having a good beginning.
2、referring back to something said in the introduction is an effective way to wrap up your speech.
6.5 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、tay walked on the stage and started his speech immediately.
2、tay won toastmasters international’s world champion of public speaking for 2016, beating five other orators at the event held in washington, dc.
test 6
1、which of the following is not the objective of the introduction of a speech? a、get the attention and interest of the audience. b、show off the speaker’s good spoken language. c、establish the speaker's credibility. d、preview the body of the speech.
2、which is not a good place to insert transitions? a、between the introduction and the body of the speech b、in the introduction of the speech c、between each of the main points d、between the body of the speech and the conclusion.
3、asking a question can be an effective way to intrigue your listeners and encourage them to think about your subject matter as you discuss it.
4、the introduction should foster a positive relationship with the audience.
5、make sure the audiences have quieted down and are focused on you before you begin.
6、it is good to begin your speech with a long story.
7、eye contact is not important at the end of your speech.
8、you can summarize the key ideas at the end of your speech.
9、at the beginning of the outline, place a list of the sources – such as books, magazines, newspapers, internet sources you consulted and interviews – that you used in preparing your speech.
10、in section 6.5, tay mentioned at the end of his speech, “because we can all outsmart and …” the audience said the last word of his speech “outlast” together, that’s a very strong motivational ending.
chapter seven: 小组汇报 group presentation
7.1 what is group presentation随堂测验
1、group presentation is a collection of separate speeches of the same theme.
2、working with your group allows you to ease the workload.
7.2 working with your group随堂测验
1、in a group presentation, each member plays an indispensable role in group presentation and the importance of a good team work cannot be overemphasized.
2、your group is only as strong as its weakest member, and you will be evaluated as a group, not as individuals.
7.3 how to make a great group presentati...随堂测验
1、how to make sure everyone carries their own weight? a、outline what everyone will do from start to finish. b、ask the superior to threaten him or her. c、everyone must report his or her personal schedule. d、each group member can choose the part they favor.
7.4 appreciation of a sample speech随堂测验
1、the first speaker introduced her members with clarity.
2、the design of powerpoint is simple and the colors are matched well.
3、panda economy refers to selling panda to gain economic benefits.
test 7
1、which one is not a benefit of group presentation? a、plan and manage time b、refine understanding through discussion and explanation. c、escape workload sometimes. d、challenge assumptions.
2、the main aspect of a group presentation is that the group is presenting the entire time. this means a、all the group members should standby throughout the presentation. b、everyone in your group needs to remain attentive, alert and engaged during the entire delivery. c、the rest of the members can speak at any time during the presentation. d、each section is presented by all the members.
3、a group presentation is an integrated speech, different parts of which are presented by different speakers.
4、the benefit of group presentations over individual presentations is that they give you an opportunity to work collaboratively.
5、to avoid disputes, it is not advisable to share diverse perspectives.
6、in fact, group projects can – and often do – backfire badly when they are not designed, supervised, and assessed in a way that promotes meaningful teamwork and deep collaboration.
7、a standard presentation model involves crafting a presentation with an introduction, five or six middle sections, and a conclusion.
8、don't plan to cram by scheduling an all-night stress fest the night before.
9、don’t let your body language take over your message.
10、you can give a lot of things at one time to the audience for the sake of time-saving.
chapter eight: 遣词造句 wording
test 8
1、which of the following is not a common way to make your language vivid? a、use big words b、use simile c、use metaphor d、use parallelism
2、下面哪个句子没有语法错误？ a、there are many students are playing basketball on the playground. b、the students did well on the test they didn't study very much. c、to do well in college, good grades are essential. d、tom used to live in lost angeles.
3、when you learn new words, you should just read and memorize its chinese meaning.
4、green bean soup means 绿豆汤。
5、the connotation of a word is the thing or idea which it refers to.
6、writing a speech is different from writing a wikipedia article or writing an ielts or toefl essay.
7、“in my opinion, i think……” is repetition and redundancy.
8、the sentence “she gave me a pen” is more concrete than “she handed me a pen.”
9、metaphor directly compares two things that are essentially different yet have something in common. it always uses the words “like” or “as”.
10、the essential purpose of grammar is to help you express more accurately and more concisely.
1、which one is not the most useful categories in term of informative speeches? a、speeches about objects. b、speeches about processes. c、speeches about events. d、speeches about spirits.
2、what is the role of powerpoints? a、for showing off your technique of making powerpoints. b、for enhancing your ideas and grace your speaking. c、for delaying the time. d、for divert audience attention.
3、objects” refer to anything that is visible, tangible, and stable in form.
4、balance the amount of time devoted to each main point.
5、relate the subject directly to the audience and don’t be too technical.
6、you should not personalize your idea since it is too personal for audience to get.
7、audience would like to enjoy your presentation not just reading the screen.
8、putting the picture out much earlier before it is used to the point.
9、if you use video in your speech, make sure it is not too short.
10、the speech in section 9.5 doesn't use any visual aids.
1、university students compete in the two major english speaking competitions because they want to improve communicative abilities and critical thinking skills.
2、the most successful speakers are those who communicate most effectively with their listeners.
3、the most powerful speeches are the ones that move people to action.
4、the top speakers bring their ideas to life with creativity.
5、practicing in front of a group and getting professional feedback is the best way to improve impromptu speaking.
6、the audiences are not your allies, and you should keep that in mind at all times.
7、you needn’t do some research about the main points of your speech and the scope of the topic.
8、judges do not expect perfect answers, but they do expect answers that respond directly to the questions that are asked.
9、questions can not prompt the audience’s mental participation in your introduction.
10、by quoting an old saying, you can give your ideas greater force and impact.
期末考试
192英语演讲慕课期末试卷
1、what is the essence of public speaking? a、showing b、showing off c、sharing d、boasting
2、what can be served as a means of judging a speech? a、speaker’s dressing b、the venue’s facility c、the size of the audience d、listeners’ response
3、to be audience-centered means a、to search for what audience like. b、to ask audience to revise your speech draft. c、to keep the audience foremost in mind at every step of speech preparation and presentation. d、to ask audience to choose speech topic for you.
4、for the topic of genetically modified crops: food or poison, what is the problem with the specific purpose statement “genetically modified crops”? a、it is a question. b、it is too vague. c、it is a fragment. d、it is too long.
5、what example does not belong to the three types of examples in speechmaking? a、brief example. b、concrete example. c、extended example. d、hypothetical example.
6、which of the following is not the objective of the introduction of a speech? a、get the attention and interest of the audience. b、show off the speaker’s good spoken language. c、establish the speaker's credibility. d、preview the body of the speech.
7、which is not a good place to insert transitions? a、between the introduction and the body of the speech b、in the introduction of the speech c、between each of the main points d、between the body of the speech and the conclusion.
8、the main aspect of a group presentation is that the group is presenting the entire time. this means a、all the group members should standby throughout the presentation. b、everyone in your group needs to remain attentive, alert and engaged during the entire delivery. c、the rest of the members can speak at any time during the presentation. d、each section is presented by all the members.
9、which of the following is not a common way to make your language vivid? a、use big words b、use simile c、use metaphor d、use parallelism
10、下面哪个句子没有语法错误? a、there are many students are playing basketball on the playground. b、the students did well on the test they didn't study very much. c、to do well in college, good grades are essential. d、tom has been living in lost angeles for 10 years.
11、informative speech will be judged from the following criteria except which? a、is the information communicated accurately? b、is the information communicated clearly? c、is the information humorous enough? d、is the information made meaningful and interesting to the audience?
12、what is the role of powerpoints in speechmaking? a、for showing off your technique of making powerpoints. b、for enhancing your ideas and grace your speaking. c、for delaying the time. d、for divert audience attention.
13、which one cannot be called visual aids? a、objects b、models c、graphs d、speech script
14、if your specific purpose is to recount the history of an event, which order should you pick? a、spatial order b、chronological order c、topical order d、random order
15、which of the following is not a good title for a persuasive speech? a、the pyramids were built by aliens (外星人). b、what is the 996 work schedule? c、it is important to set a law of waste sorting. d、only chinese communist party can save china.
16、which of the following is not a good title for an informative speech a、the structure of the pyramids. b、the 996 work schedule should be banned. c、how to do waste sorting (垃圾分类). d、the founding of the chinese communist party.
17、which of the following is not a question on fact? a、do ufos exit? b、who is the best chinese actor? c、where was li bai born? d、can chinese football team win the world cup in 50 years?
18、which of the following is the correct order of problem-solution pattern? ① give your solution ② inquire for the answer to the question. ③ tell a personal experience and ask a question accordingly. ④ analyze the problem a、①②③④ b、②①④③ c、③②④① d、④①③②
19、which of the following is not among the seven elements in the communication process of public speaking? a、speake b、listene c、nois d、weather
20、which of the following is not an appropriate hand gesture? a、chopping （砍）gesture b、pointing at audience with forefinger c、slashing(削) gesture d、asking for money gesture
21、to be an effective public speaker, you need to take account of your listeners’ perception of the message.
22、the traditional chinese character“聽” means we listen with our ears, eyes and heart.
23、you must speak like a native speaker of english when you make an english speech.
24、we can eliminate or get rid of nervousness.
25、when you forget your words, tell your audience and apologize.
26、suppose you are going to make li dan's (李诞) comedy routine, you memorize it word for word, then you will get the same response as he does.
27、in fltrp cup english speaking contest and the 21st century cup, contestants use the method of manuscript reading to make their prepared speeches.
28、your voice always sounds louder to you than to your listeners.
29、without eye contact with audience, no matter how appealing your voice is, how dramatic your gestures and body movements are, you may look like performing recitation.
30、the more hand gestures the speaker has, the more intriguing the speech will be.
31、in ted talks, no two speakers have the same gestures and postures.
32、to inform means that you act like a teacher or lecturer.
33、green bean soup means 绿豆汤。
34、the sentence “she gave me a pen” is more concrete than “she handed me a pen.”
35、if you use video in your speech, make sure it is not too short.
36、the two major english public speaking competitions in china are the “21st century cup” national english speaking competition and the “fltrp cup” english public speaking contest.
37、in a group presentation, each member plays an indispensable role in group presentation and the importance of a good team work cannot be overemphasized.
38、make sure the audiences have quieted down and are focused on you before you begin.
39、make sure the audiences have quieted down and are focused on you before you begin.
40、you don’t need to tell your audience where you got your specific statistics.